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Photos in social media reveal socio-cultural value of landscapes

Every day, users upload millions of photos on platforms, such as Flickr, Instagram or Facebook. A study now shows that these photos can be used to assess the social importance of certain landscapes. For this purpose, they developed a new image analysis method based on artificial intelligence. The results might be of particular importance for landscape management and presentation. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181031124920.htm

Wearable heating pad with nanowires to conduct heat

Sometimes nothing feels better on stiff, aching joints than a little heat. But many heating pads and wraps are rigid and provide uneven warmth, especially when the person is moving around. Researchers have now made a wearable heater by modifying woven Kevlar® fabric with nanowires that conduct and retain heat. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181031124912.htm

Most detailed observations of material orbiting close to a black hole

ESO's exquisitely sensitive GRAVITY instrument has added further evidence to the long-standing assumption that a supermassive black hole lurks in the center of the Milky Way. New observations show clumps of gas swirling around at about 30 percent of the speed of light on a circular orbit just outside its event horizon -- the first time material has been observed orbiting close to the point of no return, and the most detailed observations yet of material orbiting this close to a black hole. from All Top News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181031080621.htm

Most detailed observations of material orbiting close to a black hole

ESO's exquisitely sensitive GRAVITY instrument has added further evidence to the long-standing assumption that a supermassive black hole lurks in the center of the Milky Way. New observations show clumps of gas swirling around at about 30 percent of the speed of light on a circular orbit just outside its event horizon -- the first time material has been observed orbiting close to the point of no return, and the most detailed observations yet of material orbiting this close to a black hole. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181031080621.htm

Happy Birthday, Michael Collins!

via NASA Image of the Day http://www.nasa.gov/image-feature/happy-birthday-michael-collins

Smartron tband Review

Smartron tband claims to measure blood pressure and activity, and has a built-in ECG tester at an attractive price of Rs. 4,999. Does it work? Read our review to find out. from RSS Feeds : RSS REVIEWS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/wearables/reviews/smartron-tband-review-price-in-india-1939224

These Images Are Not a Horror Movie Gone Wrong

via Photo Latest https://www.wired.com/story/form-follows-function-photo-gallery

NASA Invites Media to 16th SpaceX Cargo Launch to Space Station

Media accreditation now is open for the targeted Dec. 4 SpaceX launch from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station (CCAFS) in Florida to deliver supplies, equipment and science investigations to the International Space Station. from NASA Breaking News http://www.nasa.gov/press-release/nasa-invites-media-to-16th-spacex-cargo-launch-to-space-station

AI systems shed light on root cause of religious conflict: Humanity is not naturally violent

Artificial intelligence can help us to better understand the causes of religious violence and to potentially control it, according to new research. The study combined computer modelling and cognitive psychology to create an AI system able to mimic human religiosity, allowing them to better understand the conditions, triggers and patterns for religious violence. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181031080630.htm

Giant flightless birds were nocturnal and possibly blind

If you encountered an elephant bird today, it would be hard to miss. Measuring in at over 10 feet tall, the extinct avian is the largest bird known to science. However, while you looked up in awe, it's likely that the big bird would not be looking back. According to a brain reconstruction, the part of the elephant bird brain that processed vision was tiny, a trait that indicates they were nocturnal and possibly blind. from All Top News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181031101018.htm

AI systems shed light on root cause of religious conflict: Humanity is not naturally violent

Artificial intelligence can help us to better understand the causes of religious violence and to potentially control it, according to new research. The study combined computer modelling and cognitive psychology to create an AI system able to mimic human religiosity, allowing them to better understand the conditions, triggers and patterns for religious violence. from All Top News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181031080630.htm

NASA retires Kepler Space Telescope

After nine years in deep space collecting data, NASA's Kepler space telescope has run out of fuel needed for further science operations. NASA has decided to retire the spacecraft within its current, safe orbit, away from Earth. Kepler leaves a legacy of more than 2,600 planet discoveries from outside our solar system, many of which could be promising places for life. from All Top News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181031092508.htm

Staggering extent of human impact on planet revealed in new report

Humanity and the way we feed, fuel and finance our societies and economies is pushing nature and the services that power and sustain us to the brink, according to a new report that presents a sobering picture of the impact of human activity on the world's wildlife, forests, oceans, rivers and climate. from All Top News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181031090914.htm

OnePlus 6T to Go on Sale in India for the First Time Tonight via Amazon: Price, Specifications

With a price in India starting at Rs. 37,999, the OnePlus 6T will be available exclusively on Amazon from 12am tonight. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/oneplus-6t-first-sale-price-in-india-37999-41999-45999-amazon-release-date-specifications-1940824

Lenovo K9, Lenovo A5 to Go on Sale in India for the First Time Tonight via Flipkart: Price, Specifications

With a price in India set at Rs. 8,999, the Lenovo K9 will be available exclusively on Flipkart from 9pm tonight. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/lenovo-k9-a5-first-sale-india-price-8999-6999-5999-flipkart-release-date-specifications-1940813

NASA retires Kepler Space Telescope

After nine years in deep space collecting data, NASA's Kepler space telescope has run out of fuel needed for further science operations. NASA has decided to retire the spacecraft within its current, safe orbit, away from Earth. Kepler leaves a legacy of more than 2,600 planet discoveries from outside our solar system, many of which could be promising places for life. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181031092508.htm

OnePlus 6T Gets OxygenOS 9.0.4 and OnePlus 6 Gets Open Beta 6 Update, Both Bring November Security Patches: All New Features

OnePlus 6 users are receiving the new OxygenOS Open Beta 6 update which brings OnePlus 6T features like Nightscape mode, Studio Lightning, new screenshot experience, and more. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/oneplus-6t-oxygenos-9-0-4-pre-release-6-open-beta-6-update-nightscape-studio-lightning-1940803

ISS Daily Summary Report – 10/30/2018

Binary Colloidal Alloy Test – Cohesive Sediment (BCAT-CS):  Today, the crew transferred images to the Station Support Computer (SSC), replaced the SB-800 Flash batteries, verified the camera alignment and focus are still intact, and re-set the intervalometer.  BCAT-CS continues to produce interesting data resulting in an extension past the original 2-4 week run duration.  BCAT-CS … from ISS On-Orbit Status Report https://blogs.nasa.gov/stationreport/2018/10/30/iss-daily-summary-report-10302018/

Samsung Galaxy S10 to Have Industry-Leading Screen-to-Body Ratio, Company Says

According to Harksang Kim, Senior Vice President and Head of Mobile Visual R&D at Samsung Electronics, the company's next flagship smartphone will have industry-leading, screen-to-body ratio. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/samsung-galaxy-s10-screen-to-body-ratio-harksang-kim-comments-1940749

This Halloween, Consider the Unappreciated Beauty of Spiders

By JAMES GORMAN from NYT Science https://www.nytimes.com/2018/10/31/science/spiders-halloween.html?partner=IFTTT via IFTTT

Indian telecom industry lauds TDSAT judgement on EMF testing fee

Indian telecom operators have lauded TDSAT’s judgement on EMF testing fee stating that only Rs 4000 will be charged by DoT for EMF testing of a mobile tower irrespective of the number of BTSs installed on the site. from telecom-equipment - Telecom News | Latest Telecom Industry News, Information and Update: ET Telecom : ETTelecom.com https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/indian-telecom-industry-lauds-tdsat-judgement-on-emf-testing-fee/66445236?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=ETRSS

5G field trials to start early next year and continue for 2-3 quarters or more: Huawei India’s Wireless CTO

The year of 2018 has been a good year for demonstrating use cases of 5G and early next year India can expect 5G field trials to start which are further expected to continue for about 2-3 quarters or even more. from telecom-equipment - Telecom News | Latest Telecom Industry News, Information and Update: ET Telecom : ETTelecom.com https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/5g-field-trials-to-start-early-next-year-and-continue-for-2-3-quarters-or-more-huawei-indias-wireless-cto/66444273?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=ETRSS

Red Dead Redemption 2 Makes Record Opening Weekend Sales, Raking in Over $725 Million World Wide

Red Dead Redemption 2, the highly awaited Western adventure video-game, made over $725 million in worldwide retail sales during its opening weekend. from RSS Feeds | MICROSOFT - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/games/news/rdr2-record-opening-weekend-sales-globally-usd-725-million-1940577

Asus ZenFone Lite L1, ZenFone Max Pro M1, ZenFone 5Z Get October Security Patch, Optimisations With New FOTA Update

Asus has rolled out FOTA updates for three of its smartphones in the Indian market - Asus ZenFone 5Z, ZenFone Max Pro M1, and ZenFone Lite L1. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/asus-zenfone-lite-l1-max-pro-m1-5z-fota-update-october-2018-security-patch-1940578

Gboard Gets New Emoji Minis Sticker Packs on Android and iOS

Gboard Minis can now recreate your face in a range of emoji-style expressions, which means that you can create mini custom emojis of yourself to express better in conversations. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/apps/news/gboard-gets-new-emoji-minis-sticker-packs-on-android-and-ios-1940495

Gboard Gets New Emoji Minis Sticker Packs on Android and iOS

Gboard Minis can now recreate your face in a range of emoji-style expressions, which means that you can create mini custom emojis of yourself to express better in conversations. from RSS Feeds | APPLE - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/apps/news/gboard-gets-new-emoji-minis-sticker-packs-on-android-and-ios-1940495

Scientists call for unified standards in 3D genome and epigenetic data

Studying the three-dimensional structure of DNA and its dynamics is revealing a lot of information about gene expression, expanding our knowledge of how cells, tissues and organs actually work in health and disease. Properly producing and managing this large amount of data is both challenging and necessary for the progress of this field. In a perspective paper published in Nature Genetics, top researchers call for unified standards and suggest guidelines in this emerging and promising research area. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181030121918.htm

Deer Antlers Couldn’t Grow So Fast Without These Genes

By DOUGLAS QUENQUA from NYT Science https://www.nytimes.com/2018/10/30/science/deer-antlers-genes.html?partner=IFTTT via IFTTT

Flexible, stable and potent against cancer

Linking therapeutically active molecules to specific antibodies can help to pilot them to their designated targets and minimize side effects -- especially when treating tumors. Scientists have now described novel conjugates made from antibodies and a kinesin spindle protein inhibitor. Changing the linker between the two components allows for tuning the activity of this cytostatic drug, which is effective against a broad palette of cancers. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181030114505.htm

Xiaomi Records 100 Million Smartphone Shipments, Achieves Full-Year Target 2 Months Before Schedule

The full-year target of shipping 100 million smartphone units was announced by Xiaomi founder and CEO, Lei Jun, back in November last year. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/xiaomi-100-million-smartphone-shipments-target-two-months-2018-ipo-china-1939407

Apple Watch Series 4 ECG Feature Region Limitation Only Software-Based: Report

A fresh report sheds light to the fact that the ECG feature is software-based, and that a simple change in region is all that is required to enable ECG on the Apple Watch Series 4. from RSS Feeds | APPLE - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/wearables/news/apple-watch-series-4-ecg-feature-workaround-outside-us-region-1939437

iOS 12.1 to Bring Group FaceTime and Dual-SIM Support, User Guide Confirms

Apple has updated its iPhone User Guide for the upcoming release of iOS 12.1, indicating that the latest version of the mobile operating system (OS) will include Group FaceTime and dual-SIM support. from RSS Feeds | APPLE - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/ios-12-1-to-bring-group-facetime-and-dual-sim-support-user-guide-confirms-1939176

Corsair Force MP510 960GB Review

Corsair Force MP510 (960GB) is a roomy SSD that delivers blazing fast performance at a surprisingly low price. Read our review for more. from RSS Feeds : RSS REVIEWS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/laptops/reviews/corsair-force-mp510-960gb-review-price-in-india-1939191

Study reconstructs Neanderthal ribcage, offers new clues to ancient human anatomy

Scientists have completed the first 3D virtual reconstruction of the ribcage of the most complete Neanderthal skeleton unearthed to date. Using CT scans of fossils from an approximately 60,000-year-old male skeleton, researchers were able to create a 3D model of the chest -- one that is different from the longstanding image of the barrel-chested, hunched-over 'caveman.' from All Top News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181030121921.htm

Red Dead Redemption 2 PC, VR Support Hinted at via Companion App

Red Dead Redemption 2 for PS4 and Xbox One has been out for a few days now and we've already got our first official hint of a possible Red Dead Redemption 2 PC port complete with VR support. from RSS Feeds | MICROSOFT - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/games/news/red-dead-redemption-2-pc-vr-support-hinted-at-via-companion-app-1939305

Microsoft, Amazon Pledge to Work With Pentagon Following Anonymous Online Rebukes

The two companies are responding to a broader wave of discontent that has complicated the efforts of Silicon Valley tech companies to work with the military. from RSS Feeds | MICROSOFT - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/internet/news/microsoft-amazon-pledge-to-work-with-pentagon-following-anonymous-online-rebukes-1939098

U.S. EPA approves Gila River Indian Community authority to develop water quality standards

U.S. EPA approves Gila River Indian Community authority to develop water quality standards Region 09 SAN FRANCISCO — Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced approval of an application by the Gila River Indian Community, located south of Phoenix, Arizona, for “treatment in a similar manner as a state” under the federal Clean Water Act. Published October 30, 2018 at 09:30AM Read more

Simple, mass production of giant vesicles using a porous silicone material

A technique to generate large amounts of giant vesicle (liposome) dispersion has been developed. The technique involves adsorbing a lipid into a silicone porous material resembling a 'marshmallow-like gel' and then squeezing it out like a sponge by impregnating a buffer solution. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181030102823.htm

Berkeley computer theorists show path to verifying that quantum beats classical

Researchers have just found a way to show that quantum computing beats classical computing by giving a leading practical proposal known as random circuit sampling (RCS) a qualified seal of approval with the weight of complexity theoretic evidence behind it. They showed that producing a random output with a 'quantum accent' is indeed hard for a classical computer through a technical complexity theoretic construct called 'worst-to-average-case reduction.' from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181030102817.htm

How the world's fastest muscle created four unique bird species

When the male bearded manakin snaps its wings at lightning speed, it's more than part of an elaborate, acrobatic mating ritual. The tiny muscle doing the heavy lifting is also the reason this exotic bird has evolved into four distinct species, according to new research. from All Top News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181030110640.htm

Advertising in kids' apps more prevalent than parents may realize

Ninety-five percent of reviewed apps for children ages 5 and under include at least one form of advertising, a new study finds. Researchers found play was frequently interrupted by pop-up video ads, persuasion by commercial characters to make in-app purchases to enhance the game experience and overt banner ads that could be distracting, misleading and not always age-appropriate. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181030091452.htm

Hawaiian Supreme Court Approves Giant Telescope on Mauna Kea

By DENNIS OVERBYE from NYT Science https://www.nytimes.com/2018/10/30/science/hawaii-telescope-mauna-kea.html?partner=IFTTT via IFTTT

The 10-foot-tall microscopes helping combat world's worst diseases

The century-old mission to understand how the proteins responsible for amyloid-based diseases such as Alzheimer's, Huntingdon's and Parkinson's work has taken major steps forward in the last 12 months, thanks to a revolution in a powerful microscopy technique used by scientists. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181030091440.htm

High levels of previously unsuspected pollutant uncovered in homes, environment

Scientists have found high levels of a previously unsuspected pollutant in homes, in an electronic waste recycling facility and in the natural environment. People are likely to be exposed to this pollutant by breathing contaminated dust or through skin contact. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181030091436.htm

Kepler, the Little NASA Spacecraft That Could, No Longer Can

By DENNIS OVERBYE from NYT Science https://www.nytimes.com/2018/10/30/science/nasa-kepler-exoplanet.html?partner=IFTTT via IFTTT

Tiny light detectors work like gecko ears

By structuring nanowires in a way that mimics geckos' ears, researchers have found a way to record the incoming angle of light. This technology could have applications in robotic vision, photography and augmented reality. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181030150708.htm

EPA, state, local officials to announce diesel truck enforcement actions resulting in installation of air filtration systems at schools in Los Angeles

EPA, state, local officials to announce diesel truck enforcement actions resulting in installation of air filtration systems at schools in Los Angeles Region 09 LOS ANGELES – On Thursday, U.S. EPA Regional Administrator Mike Stoker will announce settlements with two interstate trucking companies for violations of California’s Truck and Bus Regulation. Published October 30, 2018 at 09:30AM Read more

EPA awards $20 million to Alaska for critical water projects loans

EPA awards $20 million to Alaska for critical water projects loans Region 10 SEATTLE – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced today that it is awarding over $20 million to Alaska’s clean water and drinking water revolving funds to help finance improvements to water projects that are essential to protecting public health and the environment. Published October 30, 2018 at 09:30AM Read more

Laser technique may open door to more efficient clean fuels

Electrocatalysts have shown promise as a way to efficiently convert waste CO2 into clean fuels, but the mechanisms by which they operate are often unknown making it hard for researchers to design new ones in a rational manner. New research demonstrates a laser-based spectroscopy technique that can be used to study the electrochemical reduction of CO2 in-situ and provide much-needed insights into these complex chemical pathways. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181030150711.htm

Making a transparent flexible material of silk and nanotubes

The silk fibers produced by Bombyx mori, the domestic silkworm, has been prized for millennia as a strong yet lightweight and luxurious material. Although synthetic polymers like nylon and polyester are less costly, they do not compare to silk's natural qualities and mechanical properties. And according to new research, silk combined with carbon nanotubes may lead to a new generation of biomedical devices and so-called transient, biodegradable electronics. from All Top News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181030121927.htm

A New View of Our Starry Night

via NASA Image of the Day http://www.nasa.gov/kepler/starrynight

Making a transparent flexible material of silk and nanotubes

The silk fibers produced by Bombyx mori, the domestic silkworm, has been prized for millennia as a strong yet lightweight and luxurious material. Although synthetic polymers like nylon and polyester are less costly, they do not compare to silk's natural qualities and mechanical properties. And according to new research, silk combined with carbon nanotubes may lead to a new generation of biomedical devices and so-called transient, biodegradable electronics. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181030121927.htm

NASA Retires Kepler Space Telescope, Passes Planet-Hunting Torch

After nine years in deep space collecting data that indicate our sky to be filled with billions of hidden planets – more planets even than stars – NASA’s Kepler space telescope has run out of fuel needed for further science operations. from NASA Breaking News http://www.nasa.gov/press-release/nasa-retires-kepler-space-telescope-passes-planet-hunting-torch

Novel quantum dots enhance cell imaging

Researchers have engineered a new type of molecular probe that can measure and count RNA in cells and tissue without organic dyes. The probe is based on the conventional fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) technique, but it relies on compact quantum dots to illuminate molecules and diseased cells rather than fluorescent dyes. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181029165559.htm

OnePlus 6T Review

The new OnePlus 6T brings some new features to the table but takes others away. Is this the upgrade you've been waiting for? from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/reviews/oneplus-6t-review-price-in-india-1940134

A Vault of Glass and the Deepest Volcanic Eruption Ever Detected

By ROBIN GEORGE ANDREWS from NYT Science https://www.nytimes.com/2018/10/30/science/deep-sea-volcano.html?partner=IFTTT via IFTTT